Director, Category Management

This is a remote position and can be located anywhere in the US.

Purpose: Develop innovative procurement solutions at a project/category/organizational level and provide guidance to category team for sourcing event level strategies. Engage senior leadership team to drive buy-in and adoption into the category strategy and changes required to enable the organization. Key Details: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship and future sponsorship are not available for this opportunity, including employment-based visa types H-1B, L-1, O-1, H-1B1, F-1, J -1, OPT, or CPT Monitor high value proposal evaluation and award decisions with business stakeholders Influence the development of category strategies and category initiatives with focus on transformation, internal collaboration, global third-party partnerships, driving sustainability, and utilizing technology and change management to maximize business value and results Monitor category financial performance Participate in supplier performance reviews with strategic suppliers and business stakeholders Manage supplier relationships at a global enterprise level and work with the business to make sure supplier risk management activities are executed effectively Work with Contracting CoE leaders to promote the use of category specific templates by Sourcing teams Work with Contracting CoE leaders for strategies to improve contract visibility and risk management Identify and seek opportunities for improvement in organizational procurement compliance and effectively promote and manage changes in procurement policy, processes and standard operating procedures Develop, manage and lead the Category team with a focus on procurement in a strategic and goal-oriented manner Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Sourcing, Procurement, or related field or equivalent experience. Master’s degree preferred. 7+ years of experience in related field. License/Certification: CPM, CPSM, CSCP preferred Pay Range: $148,000.00 - $274,200.00 per year At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.   Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules.  Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law , including full-time or part-time status.  Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility. Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act